HOUSTON, TX – A Houston Fire Department firefighter was reportedly assaulted by an arson suspect while responding to a trash fire behind a Dollar General. This has not been confirmed yet the Houston Fire Department or the Houston Police Department.
The incident occurred in the 7700 block of Lockwood Drive. The firefighter was responding to the fire when the alleged assault took place. The extent of the firefighter’s injuries is unknown at this time.
Houston Police are investigating the assault. HFD Arson investigators are also on scene.
More information will follow if it becomes available.
